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Geospatial Intelligence and National Security Technologies Internship Fall 2026

Washington, District of Columbia · Intern · Internship

Work authorization requiredDetected 20 days ago
PythonSQLData VisualizationBusiness DevelopmentResearchGISLeadershipCommunicationMentoringRemote Sensing

About the role

  • ISW Internship Program Overview ISW is offering in-person, remote, and hybrid internships remote for Fall 2026.
  • Instructions to apply for the scholarship are below.
  • The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) is committed to training the next generation of national security leaders through its innovative educational programs.

Requirements

  • Candidates will preferably have a demonstrated interest or expertise in national security issues, particularly Russia, Ukraine, China, or issues in the Middle East.
  • If you attend a US university on a student visa, you must be eligible for and obtain a CPT authorization before beginning at ISW.
  • Ability to contribute as a member of one of ISW's research, operations, business development, or external relations teams
  • Why do you believe you are qualified?
  • Candidates must possess strong capabilities in GIS software such as Esri's ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, or ArcGIS Online. Experience with SQL or ArcGIS Python (Arcpy), is a plus.
  • Fall 2026 Internship Program Dates: ISW internships start September 8, 2026. The program will run until December 11. Interns must both be authorized to work in the United States and be physically present in the United States during their internship tenure. Working remotely outside of the United States is not authorized. If you attend a US university on a student visa, you must be eligible for and obtain a CPT authorization before beginning at ISW. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until July 24, 2026.
  • Instructions: Please upload your resume, cover letter, and writing sample. Your cover letter and writing sample should be no longer than five pages combined
  • the writing sample can be excerpted from a longer paper.
  • ISW will work with students to gain academic credit for internships where applicable.
  • ISW Scholarship Application
  • The Institute for the Study of War will offer intern candidates up to a $1,000 monthly living stipend as part of a scholarship program.* To be considered for the scholarship, candidates must upload a scholarship application as part of their internship application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until July 24, 2026.
  • Candidates will be assessed based on the following criteria:

Skills

  • This internship provides practical hands-on experience using GIS in national security and intelligence applications.
  • Interns will receive further training on some of these platforms.
  • This is a full-time internship (five days per week), but part-time work will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Candidates must be motivated and organized college students or recent graduates with demonstrated expertise in a related field.
  • Candidates must possess excellent writing, editing, and oral communication skills.
  • Candidates must possess strong capabilities in GIS software such as Esri's ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, or ArcGIS Online.
  • Experience with SQL or ArcGIS Python (Arcpy), is a plus.
  • Candidates must display the ability to conduct complex tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Candidates should be self-motivated, independent, creative, and capable of working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  • Candidates must show commitment to-and interest in-the core mission and values of ISW.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Interns must both be authorized to work in the United States and be physically present in the United States during their internship tenure.
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